Project Architect

Job description Position Summary: Licensed Architect will oversee and manage all aspects of one or more, large-scale, complex projects including predesign, design, construction, and post occupancy services. Ensure projects progress-on schedule, within external and internal budget and client expectations. Responsibilities Develop client, project, and services opportunities consistent with firm marketing goals • Expand existing client and cultivate prospective client relationships • Expand existing project and cultivate prospective project service opportunities • Assist in the development of proposals. Participate, as requested, in client interviews/presentations • Supply relevant project/client data (ie project/service “value-adds/statistics, project rendering/photographs, public relation opportunities) to accounting and marketing groups Contribute to the financial growth of the firm through effective project & client management • Prepare, and regularly monitor a project Execution Plan. Execution Plan to be divided into manageable elements in a logical sequence consistent with client requirements/expectations, contract and fee agreements, schedule, and Firm Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) . • Lead and direct the development of construction documents for small and large projects; direct and coordinate the work of internal staff and engineering consultants. • Develop professional services scope including, but not limited to: staffing plan, expenses, and schedule. Assist in the negotiation and preparation of architect, consultant and contractor agreements. Ensure terms of agreement are followed. Secure, as necessary, in a timely manner supplemental/additional services agreements perform SOPs. • Determine and monitor staffing requirements for assigned projects based on budget, schedule, and other project requirements. Make recommendations to firm management relative to personnel needs. • Monitor and regularly report project progress and team performance to client and firm management. Report scope changes, decisions & other information that may affect schedule and/or costs. • Ensure that assigned projects are reviewed for program, design, code, and constructability compliance, as well as, the coordination of all disciplines. • Authorize placement of his or her seal on assigned construction documents • Continuously instruct, guide, and counsel clients & project teams regarding firm and project SOPs, strategies, and expectations. Supervise assigned staff in accordance with firm policies and applicable laws • Provide leadership; establish & communicate clear team member roles and performance standards • Prepare and conduct performance reviews for staff under his/her direct supervision; provide input with regard to staff not under his/her direct supervision, as requested • Ensure firm policies are observed by staff under his/her direct supervision and, if necessary, recommend disciplinary action to management • Develop assigned staff capabilities through continuing education and mentoring Maintain and expand professional and technical knowledge • Attend educational workshops presented by firm and review professional publications. • Develop a special expertise in an existing or (with firm approval) new firm practice area or firm market sector • Participate in professional, business, and/or non-profit organizations. Contribute to team effort • Perform other firm duties as required Qualifications Position requires a Registered Architect, preferably North Carolina license and ability to become registered in NC if not. NCARB Certificate is a plus; a Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution, and a minimum of 8-10 years design and construction services experience with large-scale/complex projects in one or more of the following project types: Workspace, Higher Education, Health, CCRC’s, Critical facilities, Food Service or Financial. A Masters Degree is a plus. LEED accreditation is also a plus, Job Type: Full-time Pay: $1.00 - $10.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person